Explanation
The Homigot Octopus Festival is an annual festival held to celebrate the octopus harvested from the rocky coastal area round Homigot Peninsula. The octopus here are known for their chewy texture and high-quality taste. During the festival, visitors can enjoy freshly caught octopus from the East Sea, as well as take pictures in a vast field of canola flowers blooming near the coast. Additional programs and experiences related to octopus are planned for the enjoyment of all.
Inquiry
Homigot Octopus Festival Committee
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-270-2853
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Event Start Date : 2021년 04월 16일
Event end date : 2021년 04월 18일
Watching age : Open to visitors of all ages
Venue : Homigot Sunrise Square
Venue Locator : [Bus]
From Dong Seoul Bus Terminal or Seoul Express Bus Terminal, take a bus to Pohang.
Take Bus No. 200 to Guryongpo Bus Stop
Transfer to Bus No. 203 and get off at Homigot Sunrise Square Bus Stop.
Show time : 10:00-19:00
Touring Time : Varies by program
Organizer info : Homigot Octopus Festival Committee
Contact the organizer : • 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330
(Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese)
• For more info: +82-54-270-2853
Sponsor Information : Gyeongsang Daily Newspaper, Homigot-myeon Shipowners' Association
Sponsor Contacts : +82-54-270-2853
Charges (Hours) : Free
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Introduction
The Homigot Octopus Festival is an annual festival held to celebrate the octopus harvested from the rocky coastal area round Homigot Peninsula. The octopus here are known for their chewy texture and high-quality taste. During the festival, visitors can enjoy freshly caught octopus from the East Sea, as well as take pictures in a vast field of canola flowers blooming near the coast. Additional programs and experiences related to octopus are planned for the enjoyment of all.
Programs
Catching octopus, circus performance, music performances, parade, etc.
* Programs and schedule subject to change; refer to website for details.
Location
Homigot-myeon, Nam-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do